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The Confused Tourist
Navigating cultural differences around the term "may"
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Trying to make sense of "may" in a foreign language class is like trying to eat soup with a fork. "So, 'may' means permission and the month? How do I say, 'May I have May off'?
The Mischievous Kid
Taking advantage of the ambiguity of "may"
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Mom told me, "You may watch TV after you finish your homework." Well, guess who found a way to do homework with one eye on the TV? May the multitasking champion!
The Weather Reporter
Describing weather conditions in May
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Reporting live from May, where the weather is as indecisive as a toddler in a candy store. "Will it be sunny?" you ask. Well, it may be sunny, but it may also decide to throw in some thunder just for fun.
The Teacher
Dealing with kids who think "may" means they have a choice
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Explaining the difference between "can" and "may" to a bunch of second-graders is like trying to explain why vegetables are good for them. "Can I go to recess?" they ask. "Yes, you physically can, but only if you may.
The Parent
Trying to explain the concept of "may" to a curious child
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Trying to teach my kid the months is like trying to explain quantum physics to a goldfish. "May is like April's cooler sibling," I say. And she responds, "Why can't it be June's cooler sibling? June has ice cream." Touché, kiddo.
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